Expert Details
Fuel Cell Industry and Hydrogen Infrastructure
ID: 730623
District of Columbia, USA
experience in the fuel cell sector, authoring reports and articles on the state of the industry, including different fuel cell types, including solid oxide, proton
exchange membrane and molten carbonate fuel cells, applications and market segments. Ms. Expert maintains close ties with fuel cell manufacturers and
policymakers in order to stay on top of the latest technical advances, sales/installations and industry analysis. She writes articles and gives presentations on fuel cell
advancements and the state of the industry and has insight on market sectors and product development.
Hired to consult organizatiosn on opportunities in the U.S. and provide an overview and assessment of key stakeholders, policies, programs, and emerging markets related to the fuel cell and hydrogen industry in the United States.Currently consulting Swedish fuel cell manufacturer on potential market opportunities for their fuel cell product. Hired to organize a fuel cell investment, including planning agenda, inviting speakers, attracting exhibitors, etc.
Education
| Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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| Year: 1990 | Degree: BA | Subject: General Literature | Institution: State University of New York at Binghamton |
Work History
| Years | Employer | Title | Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 1999 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Program Director, Fuel Cells 2000 | Department: |
Responsibilities:Expert works for the Employer (BTI) as Program Director of Fuel Cells 2000. During Expert’s tenure her department has developed an international reputation as the leading non-aligned source of fuel cell information, and won numerous awards. She is well known in the industry and has helped many developers, suppliers and customers make connections that have resulted in commercial sales and high-visibility demonstrations. Among her many duties, Expert edits the monthly Fuel Cell Technology Update (circ. 12,000) and is principal author of many Fuel Cells 2000’s most popular reports and analyses, including the State of the States: Fuel Cells in America and The Business Case for Fuel Cells: Why Top Companies are Purchasing Fuel Cells Today. Expert also writes and places articles in trade publications, does extensive media outreach and gives presentations to various organizations and audiences. Prior to joining Fuel Cells 2000 in 1999, Expert worked for a public relations firm in North Carolina, handling only high-technology clients.Expert is active in the Sustainable Energy Coalition, and the Women’s Council on Energy and the Environment. She is also co-founder of the Women in Fuel Cells group and was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association. |
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Government Experience
| Years | Agency | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Years: 1998 to 2012 | Agency: DOE | Role: contractor | Description: Fuel Cells 2000 outreach and education program directly supports DOE's EERE Fuel Cell Program. |
International Experience
| Years | Country / Region | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Years: 2009 to 2012 | Country / Region: Japan | Summary: For past several years, Expert was lead in organizing U.S. Pavilion at fuel cell conference in Tokyo, Japan. She negotiated a cheap rate for shared space and reached out to U.S. fuel cell companies to secure participation. |
| Years: 2007 to 2007 | Country / Region: U.K. | Summary: In conjunction with Grove Fuel Cell Conference, BTI organized a regional partnerships roundtable, inviting international participants and conducting an event focused on mutual challenges and successful communications strategies. |
| Years: 2012 to 2012 | Country / Region: Canada | Summary: In conjunction with the World Hydrogen Energy Conference (WHEC 2012), BTI organized an international roundtable focused on hydrogen infrastructure. The event drew participants from Japan, Germany, Denmark, UK, Korea, U.S. and India. |
Career Accomplishments
| Associations / Societies |
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| Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association, former member Women's Council on Energy and the Environment |
| Professional Appointments |
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| Elected Board of Directors, Fuel Cell Hydrogen and Energy Association, Advisory committee to Fuel Cell Seminar, judge for Hydrogen Student Design contest, Reviewer at DOE Annual Merit Review |
| Publications and Patents Summary |
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| Numerous articles and industry reports |